Early 20th century lighting often consisted of a bare bulb hanging from a cord. To reduce glare and increase worker safety in factories, lighting manufacturers started designing and creating shallow-domed shades to cover the bulbs. This not only protected the bulb but created more focused task lighting. Read More »
Life is Good, the Boston-based retailer dedicated to spreading the power of optimism, broadened its horizons last year by opening a new storefront in La Jolla, California. The new site is the first store in the Golden State for the popular clothing and accessories brand. Read More »
Back in 2020 during the midst of the Covid crisis, Ryan and his wife Kate purchased five acres of land in Warren, Vermont. They lived in Massachusetts with their four kids who are avid ski racers, and the family would travel every weekend to nearby Sugarbush in the Green Mountains for competitions. The homestead included […]
Timing is everything when it comes to remodeling. Getting demolition tasks completed while creating a new design with all the pieces and parts ordered and delivered is a delicate balancing act. Deb Presson, of Presson Interior Design, took on an extensive remodel of the Don Gallo Mexican Grill in Knoxville, Tennessee, recently, and she had […]
Anyone attempting to build or remodel in recent years faced obstacles from pandemic lockdowns and spiraling costs to endless supply chain woes. In St. Helena, California, Michael felt well equipped for tackling the design and construction of his new home with a background in architecture, carpentry, and design/build contracting. Little did he know the adversities […]
Whether you live alone in a trendy tiny home or share a spacious farmhouse with your family, the kitchen is likely a mainstay of your home. With so many activities taking place in this space, from food prep and entertaining to midnight snacking and family chit chat, this hub must not only be adaptable to […]
